User Generated Education

JUNE 8, 2017

If this is how the makerspace is set up in your school, then your kids may not have access to the resources, materials, and tools when they need them, especially for STEM or STEAM. The UDL Guidelines provide a deep dive into each of the principles to checkpoints that provide resources, examples, and research.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 13, 2018

STEM and Computational Thinking go together. Today’s guest is a PhD, Biomedical engineer and STEM Teacher. Stephanie Zeiger helps us see the potential of STEM and computational thinking. 5 Ways to Bring Computational Thinking and STEM Together. So first of all, you said, STEM and computational thinking are not exclusive.

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eSchool News

APRIL 26, 2024

They employ animations, images, videos, sound clips, and 3D technologies to give students an authentic-as-possible opportunity to explore pyramids, underwater ecosystems, the Grand Canyon, well-known landmarks, and more. These trips can help students get a front-row look at STEM outside of the classroom.

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eSchool News

MARCH 22, 2024

Conversations around the benefits of esports have centered on collegiate and secondary levels, but recently, the conversation has expanded to include elementary esports, too. Here are 6 tips to start an elementary program. How can schools create esports programs and teams? Where are esports tournaments held?

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Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 10, 2016

C-STEM Studio is a California A-G approved curriculum and turn-key solution for teaching science, technology, engineering and mathematics through computing and robotics. This web-based scalable program is available for elementary through high school students and can last anywhere from four weeks to a year. watch the available videos.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

JANUARY 15, 2019

Welcome to number Three in a series of four posts bringing you over 150 amazing resources for STEM education. I hope you enjoyed my thoughts of STEM being a Verb a few posts back, along with the 40 resources geared toward STEM Science and 35 resources geared toward STEM Technology. Engineering STEM Resources.

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EdTech Magazine

APRIL 12, 2018

It helps explain the step-by-step nature of coding,” says Todd Burleson, resource center director for this Winnetka Public Schools District 36 elementary school. They programmed the Sphero to create shapes and then made a video out of that. to teach kindergarteners the basics of coding. “It Schools Get Started in Robotics.

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The CoolCatTeacher

APRIL 24, 2018

Making Better Videos and Movies with Students. Vicki: Let’s talk about making videos with kids! Joe, where do we start, making videos with kids? Vicki: Give me an example. What would be an example of a video you’ve seen in math or in history? Give us an example of a video in an unlikely subject.

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Kitaboo on EdTech

JUNE 6, 2019

What is STEM? The acronym STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. More recently, arts were added to this educational model, as educators believed that art and creativity play an important role in the understanding of the former subjects in the STEM Curriculum , thus changing the acronym from STEM to STEAM.

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Neo LMS

OCTOBER 24, 2019

On a similar note, it’s OK for students to use something the teacher doesn’t personally know how to use such as video editing software. Even elementary school students can benefit from digital project-based learning , especially when it comes to developing their reading and writing skills. Digital storytelling is not for STEM.

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Neo LMS

JULY 19, 2022

But technology can be an incredibly useful educational tool for students of all ages, even young elementary-level learners. It is a social learning video discussion app that provides a safe and open space for learners of all ages and abilities to connect and have meaningful discussions.

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User Generated Education

OCTOBER 21, 2016

Here is a run down of the learning activities I did with my gifted elementary students to teach them about their brains: Introduction to the Brain. The learners watched the following video: Learners played a concentration brain game I created. Examples: The following website was shown to the learners: [link].

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Kitaboo on EdTech

JUNE 20, 2019

There’s a growing need for scientific and technical talent in STEM -related jobs. However, it seems that not many students are keen on pursuing STEM courses post their school level. A common reason given by students was that they found the STEM courses difficult. Here are some tips to create STEM courses for K-12 students: 1.Design

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Edsurge

JULY 30, 2018

Once the spark is lit, they start to take harder classes, and they are more interested in STEM as a career. EdSurge: Here’s an elevator pitch we’ve heard— FIRST is bridging the STEM skills gap to create the only sport where every kid can go pro. Can you share an example of how your work has impacted students’ lives?

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eSchool News

MARCH 15, 2023

The program includes science simulations, STEM connection videos and activities, virtual field trips and more! Denver Public Schools use of Discovery Education’s digital resources is funded in part by the STEM Careers Coalition and Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds.

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A Principal's Reflections

APRIL 7, 2019

There is no right way to accomplish this as you will see from the examples below. Recently I observed a great example of this during a coaching visit with Kay’s Creek Elementary School in Farmington, UT. Wells Elementary School in Texas is a great example of how a unifying focus becomes a reality.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 16, 2017

While the modified robot worked well in shallow waters, it hasn’t been able to take video or transmit readings from the lake’s bottom. Related: An urban charter school achieves a fivefold increase in the percentage of its black and Latino graduates who major in STEM. District leaders are hungry for these sorts of examples.”.

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

There are two primary ways I’ve found to engage students in learning and give them a reason to come to school each day: Find a task that is something they love (drawing, painting, making video). Relate to a topic or hobby that they love (pop culture, video game, or hobby). Tract helps you do both. It is a whole lot of fun!

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The CoolCatTeacher

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

You can take your videos or those from YouTube and: Clip the video. Pause the video and add your voice just in certain spots. In this case, we asked teachers to specifically choose math or science because we wanted to do a STEM-to-STEAM arts integration. I’ve embedded videos below. Record your own voice over.

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Edsurge

JUNE 18, 2018

I believe the answer has been in front of us this whole time: video games. Good video games are incredibly effective at capturing our attention, converting extrinsic rewards into intrinsic motivation, and creating meaningful experiences. Here are some key insights we’ve gathered about the ways video games foster learning: 1.

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Fractus Learning

JULY 14, 2021

What to Look for in STEM Toys Engineering Toys Compared Best Engineering Kits For Kids Reviewed Building Sets Circuits and Electronic Games Robot Toys. The best engineering toys for kids are STEM toys that blend learning engineering concepts, having fun, and combining kit pieces to create exciting engineering projects. Children Ages.

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The CoolCatTeacher

MAY 15, 2022

In particular, math teachers and elementary teachers will love the manipulatives that you can adapt for your own lessons. . When you create a lesson, you’ll see that you can add PDFs, PowerPoints, Google Docs, Google Slides, YouTube videos, web links, instructional audio, or SMARTNotebook lessons (and more.) Now, the fun begins.

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Waterford

APRIL 6, 2021

Then, discover kid-friendly books and activities about music that are perfect for elementary classrooms. For example, children who participate in extracurricular music programs typically develop stronger social skills—particularly communication with their parents, teachers, and classmates.[3].

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The CoolCatTeacher

NOVEMBER 2, 2019

For example, I’m a “word” kind of person and I can float on a compliment for days. Still, others really love graphics or video. Teachers can download a FREE K-12 standards-aligned lesson plan on car design that includes STEM concepts and art. However, some people I know are visual.

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Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 22, 2016

As research indicates, video analysis of one's own teaching practices is one such tool that can accomplish this acceleration in teacher behavior. Further, guided/coached video analysis is a meaningful way to scaffold teachers' reflective practices as they view their video. Describe how you used the product.

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ViewSonic Education

MARCH 7, 2019

PCs with powerful processors are ideal, and often a must-have, for subjects like advanced programming, engineering, and video editing. For example, reference articles can be kept open and visible as students write a paper. Elementary school students have the least access to personal devices, at 71%. Learning lab. Maker space.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

DECEMBER 20, 2023

I am a big fan of this platform and have been watching its video content for years now. I have even a special section in this blog titled TED Resources where I feature curated TED video content. In today’s post, I am sharing with you this list of amazing TED Talks ideal for kids and elementary students.

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EdNews Daily

JANUARY 22, 2020

As augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) learning experiences become increasingly common in K-12 classrooms, the value this technology brings to STEM and Career and Technical Education programs is becoming increasingly evident. By Joe Parlier, Ed.D. About the Author.

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The CoolCatTeacher

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Teachers can download a FREE K-12 standards-aligned lesson plan on car design that includes STEM concepts and art. Artwork submissions for this free youth art contest are accepted this year from November 1, 2019, through January 31, 2020. Encourage your students to create Toyota Dream Car artworks today.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 24, 2022

Adding Play to the Day Dr. Jenny Nash Olivia Davison, an elementary innovation teacher at Redlands Unified, says that using LEGO Education for purposeful play is a fast-growing trend with K-5 teachers and students in her district. Why Teachers ?? Purposeful play with LEGO Education supports her efforts to change that dynamic.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 15, 2021

These projects are created around Understanding by Design (UbD) principles to emphasize STEM education and have tools to help students customize, evaluate, assess and create portfolios. Each project is organized around real-world examples making it relevant. Excellence in anything requires revision.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

MARCH 21, 2018

For example, take notes digitally rather than with paper and pencil. For example, notetaking may include audio and images as well as text. For example, students can share their notes and comments with each other creating a collaborative and energized learning environment. 3 Periodic Videos. Free, web-based.

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The CoolCatTeacher

DECEMBER 8, 2019

Product Review: Features, Lesson Plan Ideas, and Tips From the Cool Cat Teacher Blog by Vicki Davis Follow @coolcatteacher on Twitter Adobe Premiere Rush is a simple to use video creation tool that includes powerful camera features, video editing, and publishing features. Video is the modern essay. Here’s how.

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User Generated Education

JULY 5, 2018

” For subjects like science, this is a little easier as the labs that often accompany science lessons often have a hint of STEM or maker education. For example, if students are learning about circuits, they could wire cardboard model houses with lights and fans. . Example Maker Education Lesson Plan. AR/VR Simulation: _.

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The Hechinger Report

OCTOBER 6, 2022

If pre-K and elementary teachers are going to be better equipped to teach science, they need better training during teacher preparation programs — and that training should be followed by long-term support. For example, early ed teachers, nervous about teaching inaccurately , are less likely to offer science lessons to their students.

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21st Century Educational Technology and Learning

MARCH 23, 2022

I would like to bring practical and affordable PBL, STEM, and Standards Based Technology Workshops to your school of conference. NCAA Big Dance Basics – Take a look and get ideas from the STEM site eGFI. The Art of the Free Throw – It really is about STEM! Also, please explore my Booking Info. Joining after season has started?

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The CoolCatTeacher

MARCH 15, 2018

She discusses how to incorporate the observation of phenomena and other Next Generation Science Standards in elementary science. Vicki: So give me an example of how you’ve helped a K-5 science teacher have their kids learn through authentic investigation. Showing them a video isn’t enough. But it really can be done. Kate: Yeah.

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